Thursday, July 29, 2010

Every One of Us Has a Story

Teen author Noni Carter writes, inspires

April 7, 2010 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under Noni Carter

If you think inspiring thoughts and words of wisdom are spoken only by people in their senior years, then you haven’t heard – or read – the words of Noni Carter. At just 18 years of age, Noni is already a renowned African-American writer who possesses a remarkable talent for creating fictional stories, a skill [...]

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Fayette Humane Society: A dog-gone good organization

February 5, 2010 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under Good Stories

As a volunteer dog coordinator for the Fayette County Humane Society (FCHS), Sherry Vernick has seen her share of animal mistreatment.
“I’ve been with the organization eight years and I’ve had a lot of heartache because of the abuse, but I’ve had a lot of heart-joy when an abused or abandoned dog is placed in a [...]

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Vera Langston is 89 and ‘fit as a fiddle’

January 26, 2010 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under Fitness

What started seven years ago as physical therapy for a new knee has turned into a love of physical fitness for 89 year-old Vera Langston. Twice a week, the spry Fayetteville resident hops a ride with her friend, and heads over to the Piedmont Fayette Rehab & Fitness Center, in Fayetteville.

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Fayetteville’s real Army Wives stay connected

January 7, 2010 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under Good Stories

When the real “Army Wives” of Fayetteville get together each month, there is always plenty to talk and laugh about, no matter what the subject is. They need to connect with people who understand their world. And there is much to learn about the importance of supporting each other in their story.

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Debbie Britt paves the new way to age: With attitude!

December 3, 2009 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under Debbie Britt

She’s a high octane woman on a daily mission. The Executive Director of Fayette Senior Services, Debbie Britt challenges our conventional attitudes toward aging. This is not your Grandma’s senior center.

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Alice Ramsey is rolling with the Pink Posse

October 8, 2009 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under Good Stories

Cowgirl up! It’s the Pink Posse and they are ridin’ into town to whip cancer. Find out how they got started and where they’re likely to corral next.

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Becky Douville: Able 2 Do All

July 27, 2009 by Abby Brunks  
Filed under 2009, Becky Douville

At age 51, Becky Douville’s life has been and continues to be a series of incredible adventures, amazing experiences and interesting careers.

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